Comedy Saved Me Podcast Debuts: How Comedy Saves Lives

Premiere Networks and media executive and consultant Buzz
Knight have announced the launch of a new podcast, Comedy Saved Me hosted by TV and radio veteran Lynn Hoffman. The new show will debut Monday, June 9, 2025, with iHeartPodcasts.

Joining Buzz Knight Media’s lineup of popular podcasts – which includes “Takin’ A Walk” and “Music Saved Me” – Comedy Saved Me is a new, weekly podcast that celebrates the healing power of humor. 

Boy, do we need that now. 

In each episode, Hoffman will sit down with comedians, entertainers, and cultural voices to share personal, powerful stories about how comedy changed their lives, and sometimes even saved
them.

“Lifting people up, making them laugh, and inspiring them is one of the most rewarding jobs on the planet, and it’s exactly why I got into the entertainment business,” said Hoffman. “A heartfelt thank
you to Premiere Networks, and to my longtime friend, mentor, and producer Buzz Knight, for once again giving me the incredible platform and opportunity to showcase these talented comedians and
entertainers and share their stories.”

“I’m grateful to Julie Talbott and Premiere for embracing our new ‘Comedy Saved Me’ podcast, and I’m thrilled once again to be teaming up with the talented Lynn Hoffman as we share laughter and
meaningful stories with listeners everywhere,” said Knight. “It’s truly outstanding to be part of the iHeartPodcast network with another show.”

Lynn Hoffman is a television and radio host, interviewer, producer, voice-over artist and host of the “Music Saved Me” podcast. From hosting the Emmy Award™ winning series “Private Sessions” on
A&E to VH1 Classic VJ and the host of her own New York City morning radio show, Lynn has interviewed, worked with, produced and befriended some of the greatest legends in the music and
entertainment business. For more information, visit https://lynnhoffmanvo.com/.

“We’re excited to expand our partnership with Buzz Knight Media to bring Comedy Saved Me to iHeartPodcasts,” said Julie Talbott, President of Premiere Networks. “This new podcast is equal parts
candid, heartfelt and funny, and a good reminder that humor can lead to healing.”

Buzz Knight is the founder and CEO of Buzz Knight Media, a consulting firm that helps media companies grow and innovate in the areas of content, talent, platform, and technology. He also hosts two podcasts that showcase his passion and knowledge of music history and culture. 

Premiere Networks is a subsidiary of iHeartMedia, reaching approximately 250 million listeners monthly. Premiere features the following personalities: Ryan Seacrest, Delilah, Steve Harvey, Clay Travis, Buck Sexton, Dan Patrick, Colin Cowherd, Elvis Duran, Mario Lopez, and Bobby Bones, to name the best of its celebrity roster.